10 Mattifying Products to Get Your Grease Under Control

Skin shinier than the average? Many women think they can overpower hyperactive sebaceous glands with products that suck all the oil out of their pores. Unfortunately, this actually does more harm than good. The wiser move is to seek out formulas that minimize shine but don’t strip your skin of healthy moisture. When it comes to oily skin, a balance between the two is key!

So if you’re a greasy gal, check our list of mattifying products below—they’ll keep you shine-free and super-fresh, even when it’s hot out.

1. Maybelline White SuperFresh, P299
This foundation applies matte and wears for up to a whopping 12 hours. No touchups needed, but if you like, you can also use it as a pressed powder! The secret to its mattifying power is in the way its formula absorbs oil (and sweat). Test it by spraying the powder with water—rather than sitting on the surface, it will sink right in.

2. My Prime Mattifying Moisturizer, P1,050
Yes, oily girls should still moisturize. And the cool thing about this two-in-one product is that it works a moisturizer and a mattifying primer. The pili and moringa oils in it smooth and hydrate skin, while oil-control elements make it ideal for use under makeup.

3. Holika Holika Sweet Cotton Powder Mist, P395
This refreshing powder spray is exactly what you need for a mid-day pick-me-up. Once you mist it over your face, it creates a smudge-proof veil that prevents your makeup from melting off.

4. Innisfree No Sebum Mineral Powder, P375
Say hello to a Holy Grail find for unwanted glossy skin. This translucent powder contains mattifying minerals from Jeju Island, South Korea, which absorb excess sebum without stripping away too much moisture. It’s also known to minimize the look of enlarged pores and leave a baby-smooth finish.

5. Lioele Water Drop BB, P500
In the mood for no-makeup makeup? This BB cream feels like you’re wearing nothing at all and delivers a soft-focus matte effect. Don’t be afraid—it’s not too dewy for your skin type.

6. Banila Co. Prime Primer Classic Matte, P1,090
If you find yourself blotting constantly, this tried-and-true primer should help reduce the hassle. Its lightweight gel formula creates a silky canvas for you to apply foundation over. And you can also use it to touch up, even over makeup.

7. VMV Hypoallergenics Fine Finish Skin Mattifier, P795
Consider using a toner to minimize your greasy-girl pores. This one tones down the excess oil without desiccating your skin’s surface, and can also aid in perfecting a potholed T-Zone.

8. Bioré UV Perfect Face Milk SPF50, P380
Consider this your summer-day staple. Dubbed a “milk” for its fluid texture, this ultra-light sunscreen shields you from the strongest UV rays without leaving a white cast. But what you’ll love most is the sebum-absorbing powder in its formula, which wards off shine.

9. It’s Skin Power 10 Formula PO Effector, P599
Fighting oil with oil might sound strange, but this powerful serum actually regulates over-zealous sebum production. That helps refine the skin surface, so you not only look less oily, you also get a more youthful complexion. Use it in the evenings so it penetrates deep into your pores while you sleep, unearthing your best skin ever in the AM.

Some items worth adding:

Mango Sweet Potato Banana Fruit Crisps

Mango Sweet Potato Banana Fruit Crisps

Oh So Healthy

CLAIM TO FAME: A trio of sweet and healthy dried mango, sweet potato, and banana chips

FAST FACTS: Made from 100% real and natural mangoes, sweet potatoes, and banana; naturally crispy and crunchy; prepared using the most natural ingredients and without any frying or oil; does not contain unhealthy fats, artificial sweeteners, and preservatives

PERFECT FOR: Health-conscious folk

₱95.00

Almond Butter - Extra Dark Cacao (240g)

Almond Butter - Extra Dark Cacao (240g)

FAST FACTS: Made with organic single-origin cacao nibs straight from Davao; uses low glycemic organic coconut sugar that is suitable for diabetes and hypoglycemia diets; full of rich flavonoids; contains high amounts of fiber; has at least 80% almond content; does not contain added oils and refined sugars; paleo-friendly, vegan-friendly, and vegetarian-friendly

PERFECT FOR: A nutty, chocolate snack

₱365.00

Purple Yam Banana Coconut Fruit Crisps

Purple Yam Banana Coconut Fruit Crisps

FAST FACTS: Made from 100% real and natural purple yam, banana, and coconut; naturally crispy and crunchy; prepared using the most natural ingredients and without any frying or oil; does not contain unhealthy fats, artificial sweeteners, and preservatives

PERFECT FOR: Healthy midnight snacking

₱95.00

Acne Pimple Master Patch

Acne Pimple Master Patch

COSRX

CLAIM TO FAME: A pack of hydrocolloid stickers that spot-correct pimples

FAST FACTS: Soothes blemishes and reduces redness; infused with hydrocolloid to coax out deep-rooted pimples, speeding up their life cycle; protects skin against further infection; leaves the complexion clear and spotless

Guava Purple Yam Banana Fruit Crisps

Guava Purple Yam Banana Fruit Crisps

Oh So Healthy

CLAIM TO FAME: A trio of sweet and healthy dried guava, purple yam, and banana chips

FAST FACTS: Made from 100% real and natural guava, purple yam, and banana; naturally crispy and crunchy; prepared using the most natural ingredients and without any frying or oil; does not contain unhealthy fats, artificial sweeteners, and preservatives

PERFECT FOR: Guilt-free munching

₱95.00

ivi Premium Collagen Drink (1 Bottle)

ivi Premium Collagen Drink (1 Bottle)

ivi RYO Premium Collagen

CLAIM TO FAME: A 10,000mg anti-aging collagen drink in a ready-to-drink bottle

FAST FACTS: Moisturizes and plumps up skin; lightens dark spots and uneven pigmentation; strengthens the skin and makes it more elastic; replenishes the body’s collagen supply; firms up the skin and smoothens the lines; available in Apple Flavor and Peach Flavor

PERFECT FOR: Youthful, plump skin inside out

₱199.00

Take Root Kale Chips Vegan Cheeze Flavor

Take Root Kale Chips Vegan Cheeze Flavor

Take Root

CLAIM TO FAME:“Cheese” kale chips made without preservatives and other nasties

FAST FACTS: Made with kale, one of the most nutritionally dense leafy greens available; contains only all-natural ingredients; does not contain oil, dairy, sugar or preservatives; dried at low temperatures to preserve essential nutrients and enzymes; neither baked nor fried